Aiyana Marie Lucas

Aiyana Marie Lucas, age 5, passed away on November 24, 2024. Aiyana was the cherished daughter of Donnie Joe Wakefield and Jessica Marie Lucas. She was a beloved younger sister to Amanda Marie Van Roekel, Shawn Paul Van Roekel, Galilea Romero, and Everett Appleba, and a loving older sister to Rayne Marie Lucas. Aiyana was deeply loved by her extended family, including her aunts and uncles: Thomas Sweet, Ryan Lucas, Susan Sweet, Marcy King, Kelly Burke-Stiles, and Amanda Taylor. She was also a dear cousin to Madison Sweet, Poopie (Drake) Spicer, Crystal Wendorf, Joseph Franzem, Ellianna Karadesheh, Calliah Wendorf, Thomas Franzem, Charles Franzem, and Katie Sweet. Her grandparents, Ruth Stiles and Paul Lucas, held a special place in her life. Aiyana shared a special bond with her best friend, Ryder Sansing, and his mother, Annalee Schneider. She was also surrounded by many other family members and friends who loved her deeply and who were profoundly touched by her joyful presence.

The name Aiyana means "forever blossoming" and from the day she was born June 8, 2019. Aiyana Marie Lucas, truly blossomed. The most beautiful shining star, Aiyana, wanted to grow up. She was full of life and had the purest form of love for everyone and everything. With the biggest smile and the brightest eyes, Anna would sing and dance for everyone and if you weren't feeling well, she would sit you down and give you a "check up".

She was a doctor, singer, dancer, and so much more, but most importantly Aiyana Lucas was her most authentic self. For her whole 5 years of life, Anna was the happiest, most loving person. She loved unconditionally, spoke loudly, and danced freely. Her whole family was so proud of who she was and who she would become, everybody knew she was going to be something special. She touched the hearts of every person she met, and while her life was short it was lived happily by the most beautiful, special little girl. Rest in peace Aiyana, May you be forever blossoming.

Memorial Gathering will be held Sunday, December 1, 2024 from 11:00am until 2:00pm at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Drive, Rochester.